"The Rangers can't buy a goal, and it's starting to get frustrating. The good news is the process is good despite injuries, allowing just 8 goals in regulation. The bad news is they've scored once in three games and have just 11 goals in 6 games. That's not good, and no matter how good the process is and how good the defense is, there's only so much the goalies can do. Montreal is another tough challenge too, with strong goaltending and a surprisingly deep lineup."
"The Rangers essentially shut down all three of Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Auston Matthews over the last two games. Montreal doesn't have that kind of star, but they are well built and far better than many are giving them credit. Sam Montembeault was the only goalie ahead of Igor Shesterkin in GSAx last season, so he's the real deal as well. This should be a solid matchup, assuming the Rangers can find the back of the net."
The Rangers are in a scoring slump, managing just 11 goals in six games and one goal in the last three. Defensive structure and goaltending have limited opponents to eight regulation goals, but the offense is failing to convert. Montreal presents a tough test with strong goaltending and surprising depth across its lineup. Sam Montembeault ranked ahead of Igor Shesterkin in GSAx last season and will start for Montreal, while Jonathan Quick starts for the Rangers. Line combinations, defensive pairs, and two power-play units are set for a 7pm matchup.
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